The sun-kissed Mediterranean is a magnificent area to explore on a cruise. Not only can you soak up sun and take in beautiful views as you sail the ocean, but you can also explore some of the world’s most glamorous and intriguing places. Southern Europe offers incredible and diverse culture, food, architecture and more – a cruise enables you to experience all of this.
Here are a few of the best places to explore on a cruise around the Med. When you book with specialists like Bolsover Cruise Club, itineraries can include all these places and many more.
Barcelona
A glamorous, alluring and beautiful city; Barcelona has world famous Gaudi architecture and culture. The port is a stone’s throw to the city centre, so you can explore the entire area and get an insight into the heart of this amazing city. Ramblas, Sagrada Familia, Camp Nou and the Gothic Quarter are just a few of the attractions waiting in Barcelona.
Venice
One of the most romantic, dream-like and legendary cities in the entire world – Venice is a special city and somewhere that everybody should see at some point in their life. The main attraction is the breathtaking canals and gondola rides, but Venice is also home to incredible architecture, maze like narrow streets and charming piazzas.
Dubrovnik
This picturesque Croatian city as sometimes referred to as “The Pearl of the Adriatic”. It is not hard to see why, with an idyllic Old Town which is encircled by huge stone walls. Here you will find cobbled streets, red rooftops and eye-catching Baroque architecture. Dubrovnik also has many inviting cafes, stores and restaurants.
Istanbul
The point where east meets west, Istanbul features dazzling domes, minarets, mosques and Christian mosaics. In addition to the must see sights, such as Blue Mosque, St Sophia’s and the vibrant Grand Bazaar, Istanbul also has an electric and vibrant city which is a feast for the sense.
Valletta
At the very southern tip of Europe is Malta, which has a stunning tiny capital city called Valletta. Although small, Valletta has plenty to offer with amazing grand churches, palaces, museums and Baroque landmarks. The colourful city is also teaming with bars, cafes and restaurants; this makes it a great place for both exploring and soaking up the atmosphere.
The Mediterranean has many incredible and diverse places to explore. A Mediterranean cruise with Celebrity will enable you to experience many of these areas in a single trip; this will give you a greater understanding of the region, as well as provide you with many happy memories.